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Here, There, & Everywhere: Jesus is Risen!

March 27, 2013 By Sharron R. Blezard Leave a Comment

Easter is an important day in the life of the church, but how does the rest of the world see it? As an “idle tale”? Maybe we all need to look at Easter through a new lens.

Palm/Passion Sunday: Living the Story

March 20, 2013 By Sharron R. Blezard Leave a Comment

Palm/Passion Sunday Lectionary Reflection, March 24, 2013
This Sunday’s worship may be the only bridge some folks have to Easter. What can we do to help folks live this story all week long?

Lavish

March 12, 2013 By Sharron R. Blezard Leave a Comment

Fifth Sunday in Lent, Year C, March 17, 2013
Mary and Judas have a thing or two to teach us about stewardship and trusting in God’s good provision. Which character do you relate to in this strange, short story? (Photo by Wonderlane. Thanks!)

A Gracious Plenty

March 6, 2013 By Sharron R. Blezard Leave a Comment

Lectionary Reflection for the Fourth Sunday in Lent, March 10, 2013
There’s grace aplenty and a gracious plenty whenever God’s around. Why are we so miserly with all this abundance? This week’s lessons provide much food for thought.

Hold to Hope, Pursue Patience, and Cling to Christ

February 26, 2013 By Sharron R. Blezard Leave a Comment

Lectionary Reflection for the Third Sunday in Lent, March 3, 2013
In this week’s gospel lesson, Jesus offers both warning and remedy. The Parable of the Fig Tree offers a wonderful opportunity to talk about hope, patience, and tenacious faith. (Photo by Yaniv Yaakubovich. Thanks!)

Fear, Faith, & Where We Belong

February 20, 2013 By Sharron R. Blezard Leave a Comment

Second Sunday in Lent Lectionary Reflection, February 24, 2013
We live in fearful and uncertain times. Yet we need not fear because as Paul reminds us, “Our citizenship is in heaven…” We live by faith. Maybe that’s a message folks need to hear today. (Photo by J. Aaron Farr. Thanks!)

A Call to Identity and Action

February 13, 2013 By Sharron R. Blezard 2 Comments

Lectionary Reflection for the First Sunday in Lent, February 17, 2013
This Sunday’s lessons offer a wealth of opportunity to explore how Lent can be a springboard to stronger Christian identity and faithful action. (Photo by jamiesrabbits. Thanks!)

Changed

February 6, 2013 By Sharron R. Blezard Leave a Comment

Transfiguration of our Lord Lectionary Reflection, February 10, 2013

Transfiguration need not be limited to the mountaintop. We are in the process of being changed through our relationship with Jesus–transfigured individually and in community to bring light to the world.

Putting Words in Your Mouth

January 29, 2013 By Sharron R. Blezard Leave a Comment

Fourth Sunday after Epiphany Lectionary Reflection, February 3, 2013

Not unlike Jeremiah, God has put words in the mouths of modern disciples. And like Jesus, speaking those words may not always be the popular thing to do. With love, however, all things are possible. Are you ready to open your mouth and speak? (Photo by Alisha Vargas)

A Feast of Word and Words

January 23, 2013 By Sharron R. Blezard 1 Comment

Lectionary Reflection, 3rd Sunday after Epiphany, January 27, 2013
This week’s lessons provide many opportunities to feast on the Word of God. One may also reflect on the power of words in our communal life, individual faith development, stewardship, and evangelism. (Photo by Rachel-Esther. Thanks!)